Police in the northeastern Congolese town of Rwampara fired warning shots and tear gas after violence broke out during the burial of an Ebola victim.
According to reports, tensions escalated as residents clashed with authorities over the handling of the burial process, prompting security forces to intervene to restore order.
The incident highlights growing concerns over public resistance and fear surrounding Ebola containment measures in parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo, where health officials continue efforts to prevent further spread of the deadly virus.
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